The Power of Connection
For more than 50 years Autism New Jersey has adhered to our core values to serve New Jersey’s autism community through the full range of support needs throughout the lifespan. Through awareness, information sharing, training, public policy initiatives, and a commitment to science-based intervention, Autism New Jersey serves as a collective and influential voice for the community and systematically and compassionately improves the lives of individuals with autism every day.
Interested in learning more? Contact Jessica Barkosky, Communication & Marketing Director.
609.588.8200 x10025 or email jbarkosky@autismnj.org
 | Our 800.4.AUTISM Helpline answered more than 2,000 calls, spending hundreds of hours on the phone with parents, professionals, and self-advocates to listen, troubleshoot their problems, help them through crises, and make their lives better. |
 | Our Law Enforcement Initiative continued to foster safety and understanding for the law enforcement and autism communities through the promotion of autism-friendly practices. |
 | Our staff successfully advocated for the passage of a law requiring criminal background checks for behavior analysts, enhancing safety and professionalism in the delivery of autism services statewide. |
 | We launched our Family Wellness initiative, an endeavor dedicated to the holistic health of caregivers through wellness coaching and connection sessions focused on self-care. |
 | We hosted more than 1,400 attendees at our 42nd Annual Conference, sharing best practices with both parents and professionals across the state. |